Hannah Womack
Pinson,AL
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at St. Vincent's Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to develop effective care plans and administer medications safely. Recognized for providing compassionate support to patients and families, ensuring optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to enhancing patient care through continuous education and teamwork.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RNCM
Gentiva Hospice
Birmingham, AL
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, observed changes in condition, and reported any concerns to physician.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Reviewed medical history of patients admitted into hospice program to determine eligibility for services.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
RN
St. Vincent's Hospital
Birmingham, AL
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Educated staff members on basic nursing care principles related to recovery room activities.
- Received verbal and written orders from physicians regarding medications, treatments and diagnostic tests for post-operative patients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted with orientation of new personnel within the department ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Provided post-anesthesia care to patients following surgical procedures, monitoring their condition and responding to any changes.
- Administered pain medications via intravenous or oral routes according to physician orders.
RN, ICU
St. Vincent's Hospital
Birmingham, AL
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Served as a preceptor for new RN staff members by providing orientation on unit protocols and standards of practice.
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult diagnoses or life-threatening illnesses.
- Administered medications according to physician orders, including intravenous fluids or antibiotics.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubation, chest tube insertion and central line placement.
- Facilitated communication between patients and families and healthcare providers throughout the course of their stay.
- Received specialized training in critical care management techniques such as hemodynamic monitoring or ventilator management.
RN Stepdown Unit
St.Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center Inc.
Birmingham, AL
10.2015 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications safely within scope of practice according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Initiated emergency life-saving measures as needed according to ACLS protocol guidelines.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating pertinent information between shifts or departments.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by implementing infection control measures in accordance with hospital policy guidelines.
- Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
- Developed collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists.
- Educated patients about their condition and disease process and post-discharge care instructions.
LPN Charge Nurse
Country Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care
Hoover, AL
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
Clinic LPN
Kirklin Clinic
Birmingham, AL
06.2010 - 02.2013
- Monitored patient progress towards goals established by physicians during office visits.
- Performed vital signs on patients, including height, weight, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Administered injections and immunizations according to clinic protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments for follow-up visits and referrals to specialists as necessary.
Medical-Surgical LPN
St. Vincent's Hospital
Birmingham, AL
10.2009 - 08.2010
- Assisted with postoperative recovery by monitoring vital signs.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients being released from the hospital.
- Performed routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis, CBCs, and EKGs.
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and physical examinations.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications in accordance with hospital protocols.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL08-2015
Nursing - Practical Nursing
East Mississippi Community College
Columbus, MS07-2009
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic medical records
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- Compact Nursing License 1-151980
Timeline
RNCM
Gentiva Hospice
06.2024 - Current
RN
St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2024
RN, ICU
St. Vincent's Hospital
02.2020 - 02.2022
RN Stepdown Unit
St.Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center Inc.
10.2015 - 02.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Country Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care
03.2013 - 10.2015
Clinic LPN
Kirklin Clinic
06.2010 - 02.2013
Medical-Surgical LPN
St. Vincent's Hospital
10.2009 - 08.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Wallace State Community College
Nursing - Practical Nursing
East Mississippi Community College
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